Performing arts facilitator (hip hop specialism)

Closing date for applications

11:59pm GMT on Monday 22 June 2026

Interview dates

Wednesday 1 July 2026

Salary

£35,000 - £39,000 per annum, plus benefits

Location

This position requires onsite in person working at Sadler's Wells East, and Sadler's Wells in Angel, Islington for events such as Breakin' Convention Festival.

Position Overview

Academy Breakin' Convention (ABC) is seeking an experienced Performing Arts Facilitator with a Hip Hop Specialism to join our pioneering Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing Arts. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled practitioner in an educational setting who is passionate about mentoring young people and sharing their knowledge of hip hop culture, history, and artistic practice. You will share your love and knowledge of hip hop culture across dance, music and visual art and recent experience of the creative industries. Join us and be part of something groundbreaking as our new cohort begins in September 2026, continuing our journey of creativity, excellence, opportunity and building a strong hip hop community.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

The Performing Arts Facilitator (Hip Hop Specialism) should have a proven track record of working within the creative industries and with young people aged 16-24. Working alongside the Head of the Academy, the Course Leader, and the wider teaching team, the Performing Arts Facilitator will support learners in successfully completing the UAL Level 3 qualification through the co creation and delivery of engaging lessons that prepare the next generation of leaders for careers in the creative industries. They will also be part of a learner centred team where pastoral care, wellbeing and student support are at the forefront of practice.

Additional Responsibilities and Scope

We're particularly keen on working with creatives who have an interest in addressing the barriers around accessing the arts and how we may create theatre and events which have inclusion, community and equity at its core. You will work in a dynamic and creative environment, where you can make a positive impact on the lives and careers of emerging talent.

Legal Requirements

You must hold the right to work in the UK.

Benefits

Be part of a trailblazing programme delivering the UK's first Level 3 hip hop theatre course in East London!

EEO Statement

We are committed to building a culturally diverse workforce and actively encourage applications from Black, Asian and those belonging to ethnic groups that are currently underrepresented within the Arts. Applications from d/Deaf and disabled communities and low socio economic backgrounds are also welcome. As a user of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled candidates who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role as set out in the Job Pack.

Application Instructions

Please include in your application that you found this role through Creative Access. For more information, contact .

Additional Information

Sadler's Wells is a PiPA (Parents and Carers in Performing Arts) Charter Partner, striving towards creating a more family friendly working environment.